Angelita
Properties of the angelita
Angelite is a mineral variety belonging to the anhydrite family. A compound of calcium sulfate, its chemical formula is CaSO4. It often contains traces of other metals that can determine the stone's color. Exhibiting a wide range of hues, angelite is sometimes colorless, but can also be white, gray, pink, or purple. The most beautiful and characteristic color of angelite is primarily blue, which holds a special appeal for gem enthusiasts and connoisseurs.
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Angelite belongs to the orthorhombic crystal system. Its cleavage is perfect, and its fracture is conchoidal or irregular. The line of angelite is white or gray, and its luster varies from coarse to vitreous, waxy, or pearly. Transparent to translucent, angelite has a density of 2.96 to 2.97. Its hardness is 3 to 3.5 on the Mohs scale.
The most notable deposits of angelito figurines are found in several South American countries, such as Brazil, Peru, and Mexico. Notable specimens are also found in the United States, Canada, France, Austria, Italy, Egypt, Libya, and elsewhere.
The Story of Angelita
Etymologically, we know the origin of the name for the mineral anhydride family. They owe this name to the German mineralogist Abraham Gottlob Werner, who named it in 1804. He was inspired by the absence of water in the stone's composition and named it after the Greek word anhydros, meaning "without water." As for the name angelite, it likely derives from the stone's coloration, which gives it a kind of supernatural aura reminiscent of angelic presence.
In any case, angelite is considered a gemstone whose use is reserved for jewelry. Angelite is often used to decorate necklaces, earrings, and rings. Most often, it is cut into cabochons, a shape that highlights the attractive blue color of angelite.
Benefits of the angelita
On a physical level, lithotherapy attributes many virtues to angelite. A balancing stone, it regulates thyroid secretions and the circulation of bodily fluids, stimulating kidney activity. Highly recommended for counteracting water retention, angelite is one of the most useful stones for diets and weight loss programs.
Other virtues of angelica include its benefits against all kinds of throat ailments. It is recommended to help treat sore throats and throat inflammation, but also to treat thyroid, parathyroid, and thymus disorders. Angelica is also recommended for treating minor burns and sunburns. It is also said to be very helpful in recovering from bone fractures, soothing rheumatism, and strengthening teeth. Very useful for new mothers, angelica is said to promote increased milk production and alleviate postpartum depression in the mother and excessive restlessness in babies.
Known for its peaceful energy, which is believed to be the origin of the name angelite, it is considered, on a spiritual level, a stone for expanding perception and raising consciousness. Highly useful for calming pain and psychological suffering, it brings peace and tranquility to the body and soul and promotes awareness, hence its reputation as the stone of truth.
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Angelite produces positive feelings and bursts of compassion for others. In this way, it promotes communication and the spread of peace, both within and around oneself. A very powerful stone of harmony, angelite can be placed on or worn directly on the body to benefit from its properties.
The angel's chosen chakras are primarily the Crown chakra, the Third Eye chakra, and the Throat chakra. It would be particularly favorable for the sign of Aquarius.
The purification of angelite is done by immersing the stone in slightly salted distilled water. To recharge it, place it in a sunny spot, ideally on a pile of quartz crystals.
